What is the probable cause of ankle edema in a person with right-sided heart failure?
A) Reduced capillary reabsorption
B) Obstructed lymphatic drainage
C) Increased capillary filtration
D) Increased colloid osmotic pressure

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In right-sided heart failure, there is inadequate pumping of blood through the lungs, causing increased pressure in the veins and capillaries of the body. This increased pressure results in increased capillary filtration, which causes fluid to leak into the surrounding tissue and leads to edema, particularly in dependent parts of the body such as the ankles.

What Is the Probable Cause of Ankle Edema in a Person